Diseño estructural e hidrosanitario de vivienda unifamiliar en la zona costera El Palmar

Abstract

CONDITIONING OF PROJECT PUBLICATION. This research aimed to develop the structural and plumbing design of a single-family home in a coastal area, considering current regulations, alternative materials and construction systems, passive bioclimatic strategies, and efficient water management options, in order to achieve durability, comfort, and sustainability in El Palmar commune. The challenges include low-bearing-capacity soils, a shallow water table, lack of sewage systems, the stifling heat typical of arid zones, and structural deterioration due to the saline environment. The methodology consisted of: i) Geotechnical characterization and fieldwork; ii) Structural and plumbing design; and iii) Technical report, impact assessment, unit price analysis, and operation/maintenance manual. The results highlight an increase in soil bearing capacity from 5 to 7 tons/m². The structural system is a reinforced concrete frame with wooden walls facing east and a floor-to-floor height of 3.5 meters with high ceilings to achieve passive comfort 70% of the time. The plumbing system achieved 90% efficiency in contaminant removal and a 30% reduction in potable water consumption. With a capital expenditure (CAPEX) of USD 42,706.15 and an operating expenditure (OPEX) of USD 510.00/year, this proposal constitutes a housing prototype in terms of water and structural safety, aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 6, 9, and 11. Keywords: plumbing, sustainability, structural, housing, water table.